The Avengers of the Uzumaki Family

"Hehe, cooperating with Menma-kun really comes at a high price."

Orochimaru smiled slightly, as if he were in a difficult position.

"But the rewards are just as plentiful, aren't they, Orochimaru-san? We are both seekers of truth together. Perhaps we will have disagreements at some point in the future, but at least for now, we are on the same path. In fact, I would say that only I would walk alongside you, Orochimaru-san."

Menma knew all too well what Orochimaru was after.

Eternal life, supreme power, the truth of the ninja world.

Ironically, Mianma can offer corresponding chips for all of these.

What? Just talk? You're just trying to get something for nothing? Don't put it so harshly. If Orochimaru is willing to accept it, then that's a substantial bargaining chip.

To put it bluntly...

In this ninja world, no one, no creature, knows more information than Menma. Obito can't, Nagato can't, Madara can't, and neither can the sages of the three great holy lands.

That dark-skinned guy still won't do.

The greatest advantage of a time traveler is that they have omniscient and omnipotent plot references!

Even though his intrusion has changed many things, there are still certain limitations he has.

What Orochimaru pursues are these limited things.

This is something only Menma can provide!

(End of this chapter)

Chapter 258 Requirements and Notices

Orochimaru valued this feature of his face.

Only then was he willing to accept this alliance contract that seemed to make him feel like he was at a disadvantage. Of course, Orochimaru himself didn't feel like he was at a disadvantage. The information from the Sharingan and Rinnegan alone was enough for Orochimaru to give up everything!

Research that he had previously abandoned has been picked up again today because he realized that he had gone astray. What he needs to do now is to correct the path and conduct further research to confirm the findings.

However, we are still missing crucial materials.

You should know that ordinary Sharingan is far from enough.

What's needed is the Mangekyou Sharingan.

"Yes, we are on the same path. Don't worry, Menma-kun. I will hold off those outside for you for now. But remember, there is a time limit. Whether it's the major ninja villages or the Akatsuki, they will investigate sooner or later. Including Takigakure. If you have any other plans, Menma-kun, then execute them immediately. Time is running out."

Orochimaru seemed to reveal a strange smile as he spoke.

"Yes, I understand. Then I'll leave the rest to Orochimaru-san. I'll excuse myself for today."

Mianma waved his hand dismissively, then stood up as well.

He turned around and strode towards the door, with Yu Gao following closely behind.

"Menma-kun, you'd better put in some extra effort! If you fail, I'll devour everything in your body without hesitation!"

As Orochimaru watched Menma and Utakata leave, a faint, beautiful light appeared in his snake-like eyes as he thought to himself.

Menma, who had just left, was naturally unaware of Orochimaru's thoughts. However, even if he had known, he wouldn't have cared. He was essentially playing with fire. Risk? As the saying goes, if you really care about these things, why did you defect from Konoha? Wouldn't it be better to just follow the path of the original Crown Prince?

It was precisely because Menma had his own convictions that he did this.

"Menma-kun, can Orochimaru really be trusted? I always feel like that guy is just using you."

After leaving that dimly lit meeting room.

Following closely behind Menma, Yu Gao seemed to hesitate for a moment, but finally spoke.

It can be considered as having had a heart-to-heart talk.

As companions.

Yu Gao felt that, whether for his own sake or for Menma's sake, he had an obligation to remind Menma.

What kind of person is Orochimaru?

Yu Gao was naturally unfamiliar with it.

But as a famous figure in the ninja world.

Utakata was somewhat aware of Orochimaru's glorious past.

Utaka is genuinely worried about allying with such a guy.

Menma can also understand the meaning behind Yu Gao's words.

Menma, who had stopped walking, turned around and said with a smile, "It's impossible to believe that. Apart from you, Utakata-san, and those other companions, I don't believe anyone else, including Orochimaru-san. The only reason we're with him is purely for profit."

"Because of profit? Then, Mr. Ma, you still..."

Yu Gao frowned slightly as he spoke.

"But for now, Orochimaru is actually our most reliable ally. Utakata-san, greed is one of the greatest driving forces of mankind. This applies to me, you, and everyone in the world. Everyone has their own goals, and Orochimaru is no exception. And what he needs can only be provided by me. He won't turn against us until he achieves his goals. Orochimaru is the only one. Utakata-san, we also need him in our plan."

With a calm expression, he spoke.

"So, at least for now, there's not much to worry about Orochimaru. Besides, I've made some preparations, so don't worry, Utakata-san."

Like Karin.

Yu Gao is definitely one of our own.

Although it was only a preliminary acquaintance, that fist bump, witnessed by both tailed beasts, was enough to make them open up to each other.

Therefore, Menma would patiently explain any questions Yu Gao had, which was also a way to increase mutual trust and recognition.

"Well, Menma-kun, you know what you're doing. So, are we going straight back to Takigakure now? Is there anything else we need to take care of?"

Yu Gao nodded slightly and said.

"Well, there's nothing else going on, but it does take some time. I need to answer some questions for a guy, otherwise we might not be able to leave, in a physical sense."

Mianma raised the corners of his mouth into a nice smile, shrugged, and then gestured with his lips to one side.

Yu Gao instinctively turned his gaze in the direction Menma indicated.

A tall, slender young man came into view.

That familiar indifferent expression, and that icy aura it exuded.

'Uchiha Sasuke!'

The name of this boy flashed through Yu Gao's mind.

"Hehe, I thought you would ask Orochimaru-san first, Sasuke."

He watched as Sasuke walked over lightly.

Mianma said with a smile.

"I'll ask Orochimaru, but I need to find out the truth from you first, Menma. Tell me everything you know!"

Sasuke stared directly into Menma's eyes, a sharp glint in his clear black and white pupils.

It was as if he was going to force himself on Menma if she didn't want to talk.

"You guys chat first, I'll wait for you at the door, Menma-kun."

Utakata realized that Menma and Sasuke were about to discuss some very personal matters, so he immediately said this and started walking towards the main entrance.

Mianma nodded slightly in agreement.

The matter to be discussed next involves the secrets of the Uchiha clan, and it is naturally inappropriate for Utakata to eavesdrop.

Then.

The two then moved to Sasuke's private living area.

This place not only contains Sasuke's personal residence, but also a large number of training facilities that Orochimaru built specifically for Sasuke.

It can perfectly meet Sasuke's training needs in all aspects.

"Where should we begin? Well, let's start with the night of the Nine-Tails' attack. Although the conflict between your Uchiha clan and Konoha has a long history, and the root cause was sown a long time ago, the direct cause of the clan's annihilation was the Nine-Tails' attack 13 years ago. The story goes like this..."

It's not only pointless to talk about things from so long ago, but Sasuke might not even be interested in them.

There were many reasons why the Uchiha clan was wiped out.

There was a conspiracy involving the Konoha F4 leaders, as well as Obito's instigation.

It was also partly due to the Uchiha clan's own actions.

But Menma knew very well that what Sasuke wanted to know was not the so-called reason, but the truth about the annihilation of his clan!

Did Itachi Uchiha alone wipe out the Uchiha clan?

(End of this chapter)

Chapter 259 The Real 'Hype'

Therefore, it is sufficient to start explaining the most important part of the noodle recipe.

Moreover, there isn't much information to hide in this regard.

Only Obito's identity.

For now, it's still necessary to describe him as 'an unknown Uchiha'.

Now is not the time to reveal Obito's identity, especially regarding Sasuke. This is not because Menma doesn't trust Sasuke, but because Sasuke is not mature or strong enough yet. Given the issues involving Obito, Madara, and Black Zetsu, it would be more appropriate to wait until Sasuke awakens his Mangekyou Sharingan.

And it was through the meticulous description of the noodles, bit by bit.

Sasuke also gained a more comprehensive understanding of the Nine-Tails' attack thirteen years ago, up to the annihilation of his Uchiha clan six years ago.

Especially when he heard that his older brother, Uchiha Itachi, and the former pride of the clan, Uchiha Shisui, were actually spies planted in the clan by the higher-ups of Konoha, Sasuke clenched his fists tightly.

This was something Sasuke never expected.

The fact that his own clan was wiped out has such a complicated inside story.

Do not!

It sounds complicated, but it also seems quite simple. It's nothing more than that their clan was dissatisfied with the current situation and wanted to start a rebellion to gain more power, but they were wiped out by the Konoha high-ranking officials led by Hiruzen Sarutobi and Danzo Shimura. There was also an unknown Uchiha from outside the clan involved!

It can be said that while Mianma may have a little bit of something to hide in this regard, everything she says is true and valid.